In a historic gathering of Indian cricket royalty, the Reliance Foundation hosted the 'United in Triumph' gala on Monday evening to honor the nation's recent global successes. The event, held at the Jio World Centre, brought together three World Cup-winning captains under one roof: Rohit Sharma (Men’s T20), Harmanpreet Kaur (Women’s ODI), and Deepika TC, the captain of the Indian Women’s Blind Cricket Team. Virat Kohli to Collab With MrBeast? YouTube Icon Makes Fresh Pitch for Indian Cricket Star.

Nita Ambani, founder-chairperson of the Reliance Foundation, described the night as a "thank you" from the nation to the athletes who have brought home three major trophies in a single calendar year.

A Triple Celebration of World Champions

The evening celebrated a rare trifecta of Indian cricket dominance. Rohit Sharma was honored for leading the Men’s team to T20 World Cup glory in Barbados, while Harmanpreet Kaur was recognized for the Women's team’s recent ICC World Cup triumph against South Africa.

Rohit Sharma, Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepika TC in Reliance Foundation Event

Joining them was Deepika TC, who led the Indian Women's Blind Cricket Team to a historic victory in the inaugural Women's T20 World Cup for the Blind held in Sri Lanka. Under her leadership, the team remained undefeated throughout the tournament, culminating in a seven-wicket win over Nepal in the final.

Spotlight on Deepika TC’s Leadership

The felicitation of Deepika TC highlighted the Foundation’s commitment to inclusive sports. Hailing from a humble farming background in Karnataka, Deepika has become a symbol of resilience. During the event, she was praised for her all-round brilliance on the field—including a standout 91-run knock against Australia during the World Cup—and her advocacy for equal recognition of blind cricket.

“Sport joins hearts and India,” Nita Ambani said during the ceremony. “Today we are united in triumph. We are celebrating these three captains whose leadership, resilience, and belief have inspired a nation.”

Star-Studded Attendance

The event saw a high-profile turnout from the sporting world. Alongside the three captains, star players such as Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Smriti Mandhana, and Jemimah Rodrigues were in attendance. From the blind cricket squad, vice-captain Ganga Kadam was also present to receive honors on behalf of the team.

Smriti Mandhana and Other Team India Cricketers Were Also Present in Event

The gathering allowed for rare interactions between the mainstream and blind cricket squads, with players sharing insights on their respective championship journeys.

Sachin Tendulkar, Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav Among Attendees 

Context: A Landmark Year for Indian Cricket

The year 2025-26 has been a defining period for Indian cricket across all categories. The recognition of the Blind Women’s team alongside the senior men's and women's teams marks a significant step toward the professionalization and mainstreaming of disability sports in India. Is IPL Logo Inspired by Ex-Bangladesh Cricketer Mashrafe Mortaza or Ab de Villiers?

The Reliance Foundation emphasized its continued support for high-performance training and infrastructure to ensure that India remains a global powerhouse in both able-bodied and para-sports as the 2026 international season approaches.

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